The Lonesome Pines of Mt. Teewinot
Fighting for survival in the Tetons32 total reviews
Comment from humpwhistle
A right good yarn there, Missy! Hugh Glass, Jeremiah Johnson, Bill Talbert all come to mind. I like your pace and the thoughtful descriptions of a world few Europeans saw, and fewer still survived. You captured a different kind of romance here. There was a brief and shining moment
when mankind and nature balanced each other in Western North America. I can tell that you feel the loss. I may just be an Eastern flatlander, but I still hear the call...
Thanks for the good read, Lee
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2010
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A right good yarn there, Missy! Hugh Glass, Jeremiah Johnson, Bill Talbert all come to mind. I like your pace and the thoughtful descriptions of a world few Europeans saw, and fewer still survived. You captured a different kind of romance here. There was a brief and shining moment
when mankind and nature balanced each other in Western North America. I can tell that you feel the loss. I may just be an Eastern flatlander, but I still hear the call...
Thanks for the good read, Lee
Comment Written 14-Oct-2010
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2010
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Hi Lee! Wow. I am thrilled that you enjoyed this! Me too, I have long dreamed of a mountain cabin, with my horse and dog just outside, with a huge fireplace, ... OH WELL! What a dream. Thank you for reading this! I really appreciate having you take the time for me Lee! I hope you and your Mother have a great weekend! The leaves are falling fast now, boy, I have spring fever already..."/ Susan
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Hey, I'm not through rummaging around in your portfolio. But if you want to direct me, even better.
4 a.m., a sleeve of light and something good to read---winter doesn't scare me. Lee
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") Good for you! You are a brave soul! I used to drive on solid ice, and I had fun doing what we used to call "a cat's ass", "doughnut", NOW, I will starve rather than drive in it! ") Do chickens have lips? THIS one does! HA. Let's see, I would be interested in your opinion of "Little Camille"? I am researching history to turn this into a book? Ps...I love hearing what you have to say Lee! Susan
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Good. The sooner you get used to me...Lee
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Ought oh! ") S.
Comment from bhogg
An engaging and entertaining read. The Mountain Men must have been something to be around. It must have been special to have been in that part of the world before "civilization". I grew up in Colorado and love the mountains.
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2010
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An engaging and entertaining read. The Mountain Men must have been something to be around. It must have been special to have been in that part of the world before "civilization". I grew up in Colorado and love the mountains.
Comment Written 23-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2010
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wow!! I would live there if it were not so expensive...seems all the really nice places are overwhelmed by the very rich. I am honored to have this wonderful review from you, a favorite author of mine, and someone I really look up to. Thank you Bill.
Comment from wierdgrace
This is excellent, and so perfect for the contest, the artwork, Deloralock, is so perfect, and the words, and story line is great, hope you get many votes, the characters, the story, perfect.
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2010
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This is excellent, and so perfect for the contest, the artwork, Deloralock, is so perfect, and the words, and story line is great, hope you get many votes, the characters, the story, perfect.
Comment Written 23-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2010
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Hi Grace! Thank you! What a really encouraging review! I did work so hard on this! So, your words are extra special to me, thank you so much...
Comment from sunny39
This is my kind of story. Your descriptions were excellent and the story moved along really well, and held my interest all the way.
I love the ending. There was a lot of emotion evoked by your character for his dog, and your words brought this front and center to this reader.
An excellent entry - good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2010
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This is my kind of story. Your descriptions were excellent and the story moved along really well, and held my interest all the way.
I love the ending. There was a lot of emotion evoked by your character for his dog, and your words brought this front and center to this reader.
An excellent entry - good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 23-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2010
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Hi Sunny! Thank you SO much! Your opinion of this means a lot to me, I really do appreciate your time and this great review!!
Comment from stanjo56
Wow great story I was glued to the screen the whole time, it was almost as if I was right there, very creative writing I loved it thanks for sharing!!
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2010
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Wow great story I was glued to the screen the whole time, it was almost as if I was right there, very creative writing I loved it thanks for sharing!!
Comment Written 23-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2010
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Hey there!! One of my favorite photographers!!! Thank you for reading this! I am thrilled to have your opinion of this story! I am trying to come up with an idea for your work, we live near an Amish community, so I have had contact and know a bit about them...keep up your good work too!! And thanks again Stanjo!
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You're welcome, do you want to hear something funny, I am full blooded Amish, my parents were Amish then turned over, my last name is Yoder :)
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Well, this is so neat! There are many many Yoders here in southern Indiana! Nice to meet you! Wow. ") Smiles...Susan
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Same here :)
Comment from kiwigirl2821
What a great story. Descriptive well thought out...love the way it flowed and the storytelling was superior. Like it very much. Thank you for sharing and good luck in this contest. xoxo Kiwi
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2010
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What a great story. Descriptive well thought out...love the way it flowed and the storytelling was superior. Like it very much. Thank you for sharing and good luck in this contest. xoxo Kiwi
Comment Written 23-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2010
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Hi Kiwi!! Thank you! I worked hard on this one, and really appreciate your time to read and review it for me!! Thank you again!! Sincerely!!
Comment from Readywriter52
The reader gets the sense of the cold. Larue was right to tie his dog. If the bear had bitten or scratched the dog, he would be infected with rabies.
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2010
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The reader gets the sense of the cold. Larue was right to tie his dog. If the bear had bitten or scratched the dog, he would be infected with rabies.
Comment Written 23-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2010
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Hi there! Thank you for this review! I'm glad to hear from you and very much appreciative of a kind rating too! Happy writing!
Comment from FredCollingwood
What a touching story of man and his best friend. I'm glad he petted him at the end. Great imagry. I could feel the snow and the warmth of the fire.
reply by the author on 22-Aug-2010
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What a touching story of man and his best friend. I'm glad he petted him at the end. Great imagry. I could feel the snow and the warmth of the fire.
Comment Written 22-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 22-Aug-2010
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Hi there Fred! Thank you, it's a real honor to have you read my story and to take a minute to review too! Thank you so much!
Comment from eliz100
This is not my usual reading but I do like survival stories. This was a great read from beginning to end. I really like the ending it showed two things to me - man is a social anima and dog is man's best friend.
reply by the author on 22-Aug-2010
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This is not my usual reading but I do like survival stories. This was a great read from beginning to end. I really like the ending it showed two things to me - man is a social anima and dog is man's best friend.
Comment Written 22-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 22-Aug-2010
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Hi Eliz! Thank you very much! This review is wonderful, and I really do appreciate it. You are right too, and that you usually don't read things like this, makes it all the more special to hear from you, thank you again!
Comment from c_lucas
The life of a trapper was lonley and dangerous. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for an easy read. Good luck in your contest.
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2010
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The life of a trapper was lonley and dangerous. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for an easy read. Good luck in your contest.
Comment Written 21-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2010
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Oh thank you!! I had fun with this, I was out there as a child, and have loved the Yellowstone and Jackson Hole area every since...Thank you for a wonderful review!!! ")
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Great country. Been there myself.